Transportation Internship (Summer 2027)

Fehr & Peers; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Fehr & Peers is offering a transportation intern program designed to develop practical skills through semester, summer, or year-long engagements. You will work on real-world projects alongside staff, performing analysis, communicating findings, and using industry software.

Interns will receive continuous feedback and gain exposure to entry-level tasks across transportation planning disciplines, from modeling to community outreach, while aligning with office needs and your availability.

Qualifications

• Strong interest or knowledge of transportation planning/engineering principles and practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal relationship skills, and presentation skills.
• A passion for partnering with and serving local communities.
• Completion or current enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in related fields.
• Proficiency with listed software/tools or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Analyze/solve complex transportation planning problems.
• Communicate clearly both oral and written, including in community settings.
• Use software effectively and provide timely recommendations.
• Work on traffic operations simulations, bike/pedestrian plans, freight, transit planning, and regional plans.
• Learn and adopt new tools while maintaining professional judgment and accountability.

Skills

Transportation planning knowledge

Verbal & written communication

Community engagement

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Adaptability to new tools

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in transportation, civil engineering, urban planning, or related field

Tools

Excel

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

ArcGIS

Stata/R/SPSS

VISSIM/Synchro

AutoCAD/MicroStation

TransCAD/Cube

Job description

Our intern program focuses on skills development while maximizing opportunities for learning and professional experience. Internships are available for a semester, summer, or throughout the year. Hours and work schedules will be determined based on your availability and the office’s needs. Interns will be provided with continuous feedback and can collaborate with staff at all levels on projects to aid in their career development and gain insight into a career in transportation consulting. Our interns take on similar tasks and responsibilities as entry-level staff.

Responsibilities

• Analyze/solve complex transportation planning or engineering problems
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, including in a community engagement setting
• Use software effectively and make timely and informed recommendations
• Work on a variety of projects which may include traffic operations simulations, bicycle and pedestrian plans, freight and goods movement planning, traffic impact studies, travel demand modeling, transit planning, and regional transportation plans
• Embrace opportunities to learn and adopt new tools, technologies, and ways of working that enhance day-to-day work, while maintaining professional judgment, critical thinking, and accountability for results

Qualifications (We encourage all applicants to apply, even if you don't meet all of the qualifications listed below)

• Strong interest or knowledge of transportation planning/engineering principles and practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal relationship skills, and presentation skills
• A passion for partnering with and serving the local communities
• Completion or current enrollment in a bachelor’s (junior or senior standing) or master’s degree program. Various degrees considered including transportation or civil engineering; transportation/urban planning; or a related field (e.g., geography, public policy, economics, sociology, statistics, anthropology, graphic design, data science, GIS)
• Proficiency in one of the following: Microsoft Excel, the Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, ArcGIS, statistical software (Stata, R, SPSS) traffic operations software (VISSIM, Synchro), design and drafting software (AutoCAD, MicroStation), or travel demand modeling software (TransCAD, Cube)
• Openness to exploring and responsibly using new and emerging technologies and tools, while maintaining critical thinking and professional judgement

Sick Time: While interns are not eligible for our full benefits package, sick time is accrued at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

EEO: Fehr & Peers is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We recruit, hire, develop, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We value the unique experiences, perspectives, and contributions of our employees and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Nondiscrimination: Fehr & Peers ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Placement within the stated pay range will be determined based upon education, experience, and qualifications.